Boat Tours in Kota Kinabalu at a glance
- Our pick: Sky-Mirror Beach & Fireflies Tour from Kota Kinabalu, US$ 46 per person (6h–8h, 4.24★ · 119).
- Lowest price: Kota Kinabalu Coastal Fishing: 3-hour guided boat adventure, US$ 38 per person (3h, 5.00★ · only 1 review).
- Also recommended: Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, Monkeys & Fireflies Tour, US$ 54 per person (8h, 4.83★ · 110).
Price per person across the 7 options priced per person: US$ 38–US$ 120 (median US$ 54). With 100+ reviews: 3 of 7.
Of the 7 options: 7 with live guides in English, 7 with free cancellation, 7 with instant confirmation, 5 with hotel pickup, 5 kid-friendly and 4 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
Boat Tours in Kota Kinabalu
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
7 options
Sky-Mirror Beach & Fireflies Tour from Kota Kinabalu Afternoon tour from Kota Kinabalu hotels with proboscis monkey spotting, sunset photography at Sky-Mirror Beach, fireflies viewing. Every day · 13:00 · Hotel pickup · Up to age 75 ★ 4.24 (119 reviews) Duration: 6h–8h Live guide: EN · ZH ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 46 per person
Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, Monkeys & Fireflies Tour Feel the magic of Bongawan River near Kota Kinabalu: proboscis monkeys, sunset reflections, fireflies & local dinner. Includes pickup & expert guide. Every day · 13:00 · All ages ★ 4.83 (110 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ZH · YUE ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 54 per person
Klias River Cruise & Fireflies Tour from Kota Kinabalu Watch proboscis monkeys in mangrove forests on the Klias River, then return after dark to see fireflies illuminate the water. Includes hotel pickup, dinner and tea. Every day · 12:30 and 13:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.53 (134 reviews) Duration: 9h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 50 per person
Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran to Gaya Island Spend 5.5 hours snorkeling at Gaya Island from Kota Kinabalu on a catamaran with paddleboard and kayak. Lunch or dinner included depending on your session choice. Every day · 14:30 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.67 (3 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu: Manukan and Sapi Islands Snorkel the coral reefs of Sapi Island and explore Manukan Island on a full-day trip from Kota Kinabalu with hotel pickup, speedboat, lunch and an English-speaking guide. Tue–Sat · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3 ★ 4.25 (4 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 90 per person
Kota Kinabalu Coastal Fishing: 3-hour guided boat adventure Cast a line off Kota Kinabalu's coast on a 3-hour fishing boat with local guides, all gear and bait included. Small groups share hidden fishing spots and island views. Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · MS ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 38 per person
Snorkeling from Kota Kinabalu: Mantanani Island with lunch Snorkel two sites around Mantanani Island from Kota Kinabalu with hotel pickup, boat transfer from Kota Belud Jetty, buffet lunch and all gear included. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages Duration: 8h–9h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
All 7 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky-Mirror Beach & Fireflies Tour from Kota KinabaluOur pickPickup offered | US$ 46 per person | 6h–8h | 4.24★ · 119 | Every day · 13:00 | English, Chinese |
| Kota Kinabalu Coastal Fishing: 3-hour guided boat adventureLowest priceGroup of up to 15 | US$ 38 per person | 3h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 | English, Malay |
| Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, Monkeys & Fireflies TourAlso recommended | US$ 54 per person | 8h | 4.83★ · 110 | Every day · 13:00 | English, Cantonese, Chinese |
| Klias River Cruise & Fireflies Tour from Kota KinabaluPickup offered | US$ 50 per person | 9h | 4.53★ · 134 | Every day · 12:30 and 13:00 | English |
| Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran to Gaya IslandPickup offered | US$ 70 per person | 5h 30m | 4.67★ only 3 reviews | Every day · 14:30 | English |
| Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu: Manukan and Sapi IslandsGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 90 per person | 7h | 4.25★ only 4 reviews | Tue–Sat · 09:00 | English |
| Snorkeling from Kota Kinabalu: Mantanani Island with lunchPickup offered | US$ 120 per person | 8h–9h | — | Every day · 07:00 | English |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (2): Kota Kinabalu Coastal Fishing: 3-hour guided boat adventure (US$ 38 per person) · Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu: Manukan and Sapi Islands (US$ 90 per person)